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Iliopsoas muscle strain in agility Border Collie – a case report

The iliopsoas muscle comprises the psoas major and iliacus muscles. Its function is to flex the hip and lower portion of the spine, lateral rotation of the femur, and to advance the femur cranially. Iliopsoas strain is commonly associated with dog sport activities. A Border Collie female, 7 years old, was admitted with a history of poor performance following an injury a month before, during agility competition, while knocking down an obstacle. The dog was hesitating to jump, and lameness was present on the hind left limb post activity. A physical examination showed a shortened stride in the hind left limb, discomfort in the left hip extension and painful hip extension with abduction and with internal rotation. The pain was elicited on palpation of the iliopsoas muscle as well as iliopsoas tendon and point of insertion on the lesser trochanter of the femur. The palpation of thoracolumbar region muscles showed tension. Thermal imaging revealed lower temperature readings in the left thigh/groin muscles, indicating less muscle activity of the affected limb. The X-ray showed signs of lumbar osteoarthritis. The initial rehabilitation programme included ultrasound, laser and massage therapies, followed by stretching movements of hip extensors with abduction. Electroacupuncture was performed to assist with pain control. Underwater treadmill activity was introduced in the 2nd week. Strengthening exercises included caveletti poles and balance exercises. Training was introduced in the 5th week, with low-intensity workouts, jumping over lower bars and a more straight-line movement. The instructions for warming up and stretching before and a proper cooling after training were strictly followed. After 8 weeks of rehabilitation, the dog returned to regular training, and subsequently to competition. Rehabilitation following iliopsoas muscle strain may last several weeks. In order to help prevent the injury and avoid re-injury, it is necessary to include warming up and active stretching before training or competition.

iliopsoas muscle, agility, dog

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